Free Copies Available Of State White Cane Law

The white cane is a safety and mobility device used by blind pedestrians. The White Cane Law protects visually impaired pedestrians as they continue to achieve independence in a sighted world.

According to the White Cane Law, a part of the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Code, when a blind person is crossing a public street carrying a white cane or being guided by a dog guide, drivers "shall take such precautions as may be necessary to avoid injuring or endangering (them) ... "

For a free copy of the White Cane law, write to Northampton County Association for the Blind, 129 E. Broad St., Bethlehem 18018.